CET-Colton

CET-Colton is a private nonprofit institution offering less-than-two-year programs in Colton, California. The school enrolls 222 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 60 out of 100. It reports a 66% completion rate and an 81% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), demonstrating consistent student follow-through in its certificate programs.

CET-Colton provides hands-on trade training across four certificate programs: Electrician, Welding Technology, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology (HVAC-R), and Building Construction Technology. This focused lineup covers core skilled trades that are in high demand across Southern California's construction and maintenance industries.

Located in a large suburb within the Inland Empire region east of Los Angeles, Colton is positioned near major logistics corridors and a growing construction market. CET-Colton offers accessible trade education for students seeking direct entry into electrical, welding, HVAC, and construction careers.